We skipped sending out holiday cards this year; too much on our plates.
In lieu of that…
Happy New Year!
Ava Claire (aka “Nemo”)
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January 1, 2012
September 25, 2011
(I never posted these this summer, oops!)
Before I had kids, there are a few things I KNEW as a mom that I would be insistent about.
1. Leashes are for pets, not children.
2. I’m not going to walk around the house like a mouse when my kid(s) are sleeping. We’re noisy. Deal.
3. Unless we’re heading to a funeral or something, I don’t care if you get dirty. We can wash your clothes, and wipe your face, but that last time *I* checked, those mud puddles are there for you to jump in.
Here’s a peek at #3, after her ballet class.
September 14, 2011
My Dearest Ava,
Posted by Tracie under Ava Claire (aka "Nemo"), Babble, Photography, Video1 Comment
My Dearest Ava,
You are the daughter I’ve always wanted.
You are better than any of those dreams, come true.
You are my shadow. My buddy. My hoot and a half.
You are sensitive.
You are super funny.
You are a super cute baby bird.
You have dirty little feet most of the time, and I love that.
You are wise.
You are full of joy.
You occupy the majority of my heart.
(You always will.)
You are not napping right now, like you should be. But I still think you’re cute.
You have NO idea the miles of fire I will walk on for you.
You are loved by so many.
You are my best.
Love,
Momma
September 10, 2011
A Peek at Pictures….
Posted by Tracie under Ava Claire (aka "Nemo"), Photography, VideoLeave a Comment
my new niece, Peyton:
and my little Ava, as Marilyn Monroe:
August 18, 2011
Ava’s 3rd time bowling, and she almost beat daddy!
August 13, 2011
Ava’s long story-telling sessions often crack me up. Davez was driving so I grabbed one on my cell phone.
Really not that big of a deal, but I just love listening to her talk.
(Toddlerese translation: last time she went bowling it was to Julia’s bday party. NOW she’s going again, but this time she has a head band. That is all. lol)
(ps – I had to digitally tip it sideways, so the ratio is kinda’ off)
August 11, 2011
Miss Julia spent the afternoon with us the other day, and when there’s a new adorable kid in my presence, she KNOWS she’s getting her wig on.
July 28, 2011
For quite a while Ava and Uncle Bloopers* have had a very tumultuous relationship. They fight over toys, he pushes her buttons, she steals his bones… I’ve yelled “Cut it out you two, or someone is getting a time out!” several times.
They scoff at me and do it again 5 minutes later.
Well, now it’s gone to a whole new level.
Ava has recently reached the age where she’s CALLING OUT HIS CHIT, literally. “Bloopies pooped on the patio! right THERE!” and
“Boops took my Polly Pocket and he pooped it OUT!” and
my favorite at 7am this morning (why? WHY?) was
“THAT FRICKEN DOG PEED *IN* the PORCH!” Complete with the Tattle Tone, and finger pointing. I knew this stage was coming, but I didn’t think it would be with the damn dog.
First of all, watch your mouth, girl.
Second… he has a doggy door. Dude, take it outside.
After 4 buckets of hot soapy water and some glares throw his way, he walks over and steals her puppy. That Uncle Bloopers is a jerk.
We really need to have another kid.
July 7, 2011
I’ve ordered a couple new wigs, to add to my “Whiskers & Wigs” collection. I’m not sure what I’m going to do with said assemble, but it’s going to make me millions someday.
Or tens.
People always comment on how I’m able to capture such wonderful expressions on my subjects.
I thought this mini-shoot was a great example of This Master at work:
Me: “Ava, over here. Look at Momma!”
Ava: “chhhhheeeeeeese!” looking down the driveway. “Boopies, GIMME BACK MY SOCK!!! MOMMMMMMMMMMAAAA, the moff-keetoes are biting on me!”
Me: “Right here, honey! Whoop whoop!”
Ava: (deadpan) “cheese. no more momma. THAT’S MY POOL NOODLE BLOOPERS! PUT IT DOWN NOW YOU FRICKEN STINKING DOG!”
Me: “Ava, one more please! You look so pretty! Like a princess!”
Ava: “I’M NOT A PRINCESS, I AM A MERMAID. AND MERMAIDS HATE BUGS. No more momma.” Flashes big fake grin.
End scene.
May 14, 2011
Clammies and Oysters and Scrimps, oh my! Seattle May 2011
Posted by Tracie under Ava Claire (aka "Nemo"), Photography, Vacations1 Comment
We had a lovely long week in the Pacific Northwest, outwearing our welcome with David’s sister and her lovely fiance’. We spent a little time in Seattle proper, strayed to Oregon’s Seaside coastal area, and then the remainder of our time on Peugot Sound, in the Hood Canal area. It was a wonderful and relaxing trip. (I was secretly GIDDY over not having to come up with and cook 3 meals a day – what a TREAT!!!)
Since there are a TON of photos, I’ll just link the Flickr albums here. If any of our NW friends & fam would like a digital copy of these piks, please contact me with the file number(s) and I’ll get them to you, no problem. (David_and_Tracie at y a hooo)
Seattle – Seaside coastal area in Oregon
Seattle – Seattle – Tulip Festival
Seattle – Little Red Riding Hood
